On August 19, Pakistan will witness a Super Blue Moon, a rare celestial event where the moon appears larger and brighter than usual. This event combines two phenomena: a Supermoon and a Blue Moon.
A Supermoon occurs when the moon is closest to Earth in its orbit, making it look about 14% larger and 30% brighter. This closer proximity enhances the visibility of the moon’s surface features.
A Blue Moon, meanwhile, is the second full moon in a single calendar month or, alternatively, the third full moon in a season with four full moons. Despite the name, it doesn’t change the moon’s color.